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Posted on Sat, 11 May 2019
Question: my neti pot sat for about a month with small amount of standing water. rinsed with tap water and then used bottle water for the nasal rinse. is their risk of in
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Answered by Dr. Shyam B. Kale (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
may carries little risk.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have undergone your query and here is my advise.

As per your history, it may carries little risk of infections.

You should always wash neti pot with hot water and antibacterial gel as tap water carries harsh chemicals which affects on pot.

For nasal rinsing always use distilled water or hot water after letting it to cool.

Kindly wash after every use and keep it dry. Kindly watch for symptoms like fever, nasal discharge, cold, sore throat?

Let me know I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shyam Kale.
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My Neti Pot Sat For About A Month With Small

Brief Answer: may carries little risk. Detailed Answer: Hello, I have undergone your query and here is my advise. As per your history, it may carries little risk of infections. You should always wash neti pot with hot water and antibacterial gel as tap water carries harsh chemicals which affects on pot. For nasal rinsing always use distilled water or hot water after letting it to cool. Kindly wash after every use and keep it dry. Kindly watch for symptoms like fever, nasal discharge, cold, sore throat? Let me know I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam Kale.